2001 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
